Bio-Tour
Ecological Tour of Hengchun Ecological Farm and Kenting National Park
Introduction
The Hengchun Ecological Farm is a bio-dynamic farm, which was established in 1990. The farmers produce vegetables and herbs. Majority of the farm is tropical wetland in the 48 hectares. There are various of wild animals living here. The farm is a famous area to watch the migrated birds every autumn and winter. The Bird Family 8 Space Station was established in the farm in 2017 to conserve ecological diversity.
The Kenting National Park is only twenty mnutes away from the farm, which located in the southern tip of Taiwan. There are abundant of tropical plants and marine resources in the 78 hectares. The Bio-tour arrange the landscape to enjoy the recreation spot and exposure to Taiwan culture.
Please visit website www.ktnp.gov.tw
This one-day bio-tour you can enjoy the experience of both sub-tropical and tropical landscape as well.
Detailed Information
Main Topics
- To share the experience of an integrated BD farm and ecological conservation.
- To visit the beautiful scenery of the Kenting National Park.
Main Objectives of the Bio-tour
The Hengchun Ecological Farm produces various of crops and quite a few wild animals especially many kinds of migratory birds in the farm.
The Kenting National Park is a tropical botanical garden, located in the southern tip of Taiwan. The coral reefs are rich of marine resources. It is a very popular recreation place and ecological education area.
What to Expect
- You can experience the farm integrated humans, animals, plants in Taiwan.
- You can enjoy an intellectual journey and realize local culture including diverse of the languages, people, climate, ecology, food and society. Meanwhile, you can enjoy an authentic organic meal.
Additional information or specific request
- The bio-tour organizers are glad to offer 3 Free Participants assigned by OWC.
- We recommend the participants to book the Hoya resort Hotel Chiayi, who has signed an agreement with 2024 OWC Taiwan. The hotel is only 4.7 km from the conference venue. It will save your time in transportation.
- Please provide Your Name, Nationality, Birthday and Passport Number for insurance application.
- Hengchun means “All year round is spring” in Chinese. There is few
rainy-day in December. You can wear summer clothes on the bio-tour.
However, a jacket on hand is recommended, for the Conference Venue
(Chiayi) is much cooler than Hengchun in winter. - Please get in and out of car/bus through the right door. Pedestrians please use zebra crossing. It is a bit long journey, Please Always Be On Time!
- Welcome our distinguished guests. In case of any uncomfortable, call 119 to assist. Enjoy your trip in Taiwan.
Itinerary
| Time | Agenda | Location |
| 07:30 ~ 10:30 | Move to Hengchun | Meeting point: Chiayi Hoya Resort Hotel |
| 10:30 ~ 10:50 | Visit BD farm | |
| 11:00 ~ 11:50 | Bird Watching | |
| 12:00 ~ 13:00 | Lunch | |
| 13:00 ~ 13:20 | Move to Kenting | |
| 13:20 ~ 15:20 | Kenting National Park | |
| 15:20 ~ 18:30 | Move back to hotel | Chiayi Hoya Resort Hotel |
Key Info
Dates:
1 December 2024
07:30 – 18:30 (GMT+8)
Organized by:
Taiwan Bio-Dynamic Association
Format:
The tour-guide will be bilingual both of Chinese and English.
Target Audience:
Participants: 37 participants + 3 free participants (Worldwide guests are welcome)
Minimum participants: 30 participants,
The tour will be canceled if the group does not reach 30 participants, then all the fare will be refunded.
Registration Fee:
NT$ 2000 (preferred) / US$65 / €61 / CHF61 for each participant. (Transportation, lunch, tickets, tips, insurance and bilingual tour guide expense all are included).
It will be collected before boarding.
Registration Dates:
5 September 2024 – 10 November 2024
The system will be closed early once the applicants reach limit
